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Summer Sailing in the Croatian Islands

Summer Sailing in the Croatian Islands

From GBP £2,695

Description

Even the most jaded of travellers cannot fail to be won over by the beauty of the Adriatic Coast. The sea is an intense blue and the islands are amazingly picturesque. Mountains sweep down to the sea, islands lace the coast creating endless inviting waterways and channels and on shore there are great historic villages, towns and cities. Whilst Croatia itself is no longer a secret, this unique cruise steers clear of the well-trodden tourist trail and instead heads to some of the quieter spots and out-of-the way beaches and islands which the Croats themselves escape to; places where you can wander the streets away from crowds and where nightlife means a nightcap by the harbour. As we make our way along the coast we will witness a range of scenic delights from the world-famous Kornati islands to Mljet where we explore the National Park including its beautiful lakes, and the delightful islands of Rab, Hvar and Korcula. In addition to our included guided excursions, we have allowed ample time at leisure and there will also be opportunities to swim from the ship as we call into secluded bays and hidden coves and, taking advantage of our central moorings, to dine ashore and experience the atmospheric ports in their evening splendour.

Trip Name
Summer Sailing in the Croatian Islands
Days
9
Overview
Vessel Type: Small Ship Length: 49m Passenger Capacity: 36 Built/Refurbished: 2018 For our cruises along the Adriatic coast, we are delighted to have the newly built Queen Eleganza. This beautifully crafted vessel is one of the finest Croatian flagged vessels of her kind and we believe she is the perfect vessel from which to explore the Croatian coast. Carrying a maximum of just 36 guests, there is the added benefit of a relaxed and intimate atmosphere on board. The Sun Deck, with its comfortable sun loungers, is the perfect place to watch the passing scenery and the team of friendly Croatian crew will provide you with excellent service and hospitality throughout the ship. To enhance your voyage further there is also a Cruise Director on board. Dining on board is a casual affair and the menus feature locally sourced fresh food including fish. When dining ashore independently, your knowledgeable Cruise Director will recommend popular local restaurants. AIR-CONDITIONING All cabins and public rooms have air-conditioning. BAR/BEVERAGES Wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner are included in your holiday price. For other drinks consumed throughout your journey you will receive a final bill to settle at the end of your journey. Complimentary bottles of mineral water will be placed in your cabin daily and near reception before an excursion. CABINS The 18 cabins are equipped with air conditioning/heating, a wardrobe, drawers, radio, a flat screen television, a hairdryer and safety deposit box. Most cabins also feature a dressing table and chair. The cabins on the Lower Deck all have two portholes whereas on the Main Deck, the category 3 cabins have three portholes and the category 5 cabin has four portholes. The category 2 and 4 cabins on the Main Deck benefit from a large picture window offering wonderful views. Cabins measure between 12 and 18 square metres, with Category 5 measuring 26 square metres. The cabins have fixed twin or double beds and the configuration cannot be changed. Each cabin also has an en-suite bathroom with shampoo /shower gel dispenser. Please note that the movement of the ship can cause small amounts of water to collect on your bathroom floor. Please note that bathrobes and slippers are not provided. DINING, DRINKING & DIETARY REQUIREMENTS Meals on board are either buffet style or served and there is one sitting with an open seating arrangement. When the weather permits, lunch and dinner may be served in the covered outside area of the Sun Deck. Please be advised that, as there is not always a choice at meal times it is imperative that you advise any special dietary requests, such as vegetarian, gluten free, low salt etc. to Noble Caledonia (in writing) in advance. Please also advise if you do not, or cannot, eat fish and shellfish as these feature regularly on the lunch and dinner menus. We regret that the ship is unable to guarantee special requests and is not equipped to prepare or serve kosher or halal cuisine. Complimentary self-service tea and coffee, with fruit and biscuits, are available in the restaurant 24 hours a day. On nights when you are free to dine independently ashore, if instead you wish to stay on board for dinner, this is possible at a rate of €25 per person each time, which will be added to your onboard account. 24 hours advance notice is required. DISABLED FACILITIES The ship does not have facilities for disabled or wheelchair dependent passengers. The stairs between decks are steep and there is no lift or chair lift on board. DOCTOR There is no doctor on board. Should you be in need of medical assistance, please contact a member of the crew who are first aid trained, or the Cruise Director.  ELECTRICITY The cabins feature 220 volt current, with sockets accepting 2 round-pin (European style) sockets. There are no sockets in the bathrooms. We recommend taking a universal adaptor. INTERNET The ship offers a free Wi-Fi connection in the public areas, but not in the cabins. Depending on the ship’s location, there may be times when the connection is very slow or is disrupted and the same level of connectivity that you enjoy at home cannot be expected on board. LANGUAGE All members of the crew speak English. LAUNDRY SERVICE Due to the size of the ship there is no laundry service on board. PUBLIC AREAS Main Deck: Reception is located on the Main Deck. Upper Deck: On the Upper Deck you will find the bar, restaurant, lounge, and public restrooms. The lounge has a small library of books, games and DVDs. The tea/coffee station is located in the restaurant here. Sun Deck: The Sun Deck has sun loungers and seating for outdoor dining (weather permitting). SMOKING Smoking is restricted to the designated open areas only. Smoking is prohibited in all other areas including cabins and the restaurant.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - London Gatwick to Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Fly by scheduled flight. On arrival transfer to the Queen Eleganza and enjoy dinner on board as we moor overnight.
Day 2 - Day 2 - Jakljan & Mljet.
We sail this morning towards Mljet and if weather permits will make our first swimming stop at the uninhabited island of Jakljan in the Elafiti Islands. We will find a suitable anchorage for a relaxing morning before continuing our journey over lunch arriving in Mljet in the early afternoon. This is one of the few Dalmatian islands that were never ruled by Venice, which is apparent in the architecture and the absence of any sizeable historic town. What it lacks in terms of great architecture it more than makes up for in natural beauty as we will see on our tour to the National Park including its beautiful lakes. Moor overnight in the small port of Pomena and tonight is free to dine ashore.
Day 3 - Day 3 - Korcula & Vis.
Spend the morning cruising to Korcula arriving in the late morning. If weather and sea conditions allow we hope to stop at the island of Badija for a swim on the way. Korcula boasts crooked Medieval streets and elegant squares. Enjoy free time to explore before returning to the ship for lunch. In the early evening we arrive at the beautiful island of Vis which sits far out in the Adriatic, well away from the conventional cruise routes. Enjoy the opportunity to dine ashore.
Day 4 - Day 4 - Vis, Bisevo & Hvar.
One of the further of the main Croatian Islands from the coast, in recent years Vis was used as a military base for the Yugoslav army and only opened up to tourism in 1989. From the port of Komiza we will board local boats to the neighbouring island of Bisevo where we visit the Blue Grotto.This coastal cave shines an amazing blue when the sun’s rays pass through an underwater opening. Should sea conditions not allow for this visit, an alternative tour of the beautiful island of Vis will be arranged. We return to the ship for lunch and sail to Hvar this afternoon where we enjoy dinner on board as we moor overnight.
Day 5 - Day 5 - Hvar & Zlarin.
From our berth in Stari Grad we take a short coach ride across the island to the attractive Old Town of Hvar for a guided walk. We begin in the main square which is the largest piazza in Dalmatia, see the cathedral, the Franciscan Monastery and the Benedictine Nunnery, where we hear about the aloe lace still produced today by the nuns. After some free time, return to the ship and enjoy lunch on board as we sail arriving at the small island of Zlarin this afternoon where we can a swim in the clear waters. Tonight we will dine on board the Queen Eleganza.
Day 6 - Day 6 - Kornati Islands & Zadar.
Spend the day amongst the 140 islands that make up the Kornati archipelago a wonder of natural beauty, coves and clear blue waters. George Bernard Shaw fell in love with the islands saying “On the last day of Creation God desired to crown His work, and thus created the Kornati islands out of tears, stars and breath.” Today we will cruise around the islands and will find a location to swim from the ship. We will sail to Zadar for an overnight mooring and the opportunity to dine ashore.
Day 7 - Day 7 - Zadar, Pag & Rab.
Once a dominant city on the Adriatic Coast rivalling Venice, Zadar is today a treasured city which has preserved its historical core. Enjoy a morning tour, strolling around the old town with its Roman columns and portals, Romanesque churches The Itinerary 16th July & 1st August 2019 De partures Summer Sailing in the Croatia n Islands Island Hopping aboard the Queen Eleganza 16th to 24th July, 24th July to 1st August & 1st to 9th August 2019 Even the most jaded of travellers cannot fail to be won over by the beauty of the Adriatic Coast. The sea is an intense blue and the islands are amazingly picturesque. Mountains sweep down to the sea, islands lace the coast creating endless inviting waterways and channels and on shore there are great historic villages, towns and cities. Whilst Croatia itself is no longer a secret, this unique cruise steers clear of the well-trodden tourist trail and instead heads to some of the quieter spots and out-of-the way beaches and islands which the Croats themselves escape to; places where you can wander the streets away from crowds and where nightlife means a nightcap by the harbour. As we make our way along the coast we will witness a range of scenic delights from the world-famous Kornati islands to Mljet where we explore the National Park including its beautiful lakes, and the delightful islands of Rab, Hvar and Korcula. In addition to our included guided excursions, we have allowed ample time at leisure and there will also be opportunities to swim from the ship as we call into secluded bays and hidden coves and, taking advantage of our central moorings, to dine ashore and experience the atmospheric ports in their evening splendour. and Renaissance and Baroque palaces. Sail in the late morning and if weather allows we will drop the anchor and stop for a swim from the ship as we pass the island of Pag on our way to the island of Rab. This evening we will enjoy some time to meander through the narrow old alleys of the picturesque Old Town, a perfectly preserved late Medieval Adriatic settlement. Tonight is free to dine ashore.
Day 8 - Day 8 - Opatija.
Our final day begins with a cruise to Opatija. We hope to enjoy one final opportunity to swim from the ship before arriving in Opatija in the early afternoon. Here we will enjoy a guided walk through the town and some time at leisure before returning to the ship for the Captain’s Farewell Dinner.
Day 9 - Day 9 - Opatija to London Heathrow.
Disembark this morning and transfer to Zagreb airport for our scheduled flight to London Heathrow.
Day 10 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
16-07-201924-07-2019GBP £2,695Category 6 Sole
16-07-201924-07-2019GBP £2,895Category 1
16-07-201924-07-2019GBP £2,895Category 2
16-07-201924-07-2019GBP £3,195Category 3
16-07-201924-07-2019GBP £3,395Category 4
16-07-201924-07-2019GBP £3,595Category 5
24-07-201901-08-2019GBP £3,395Category 4
24-07-201901-08-2019GBP £3,595Category 5
24-07-201901-08-2019GBP £2,695Category 6 Sole
24-07-201901-08-2019GBP £2,895Category 1
24-07-201901-08-2019GBP £2,895Category 2
24-07-201901-08-2019GBP £3,195Category 3
01-08-201909-08-2019GBP £2,695Category 6 Sole
01-08-201909-08-2019GBP £2,895Category 1
01-08-201909-08-2019GBP £2,895Category 2
01-08-201909-08-2019GBP £3,195Category 3
01-08-201909-08-2019GBP £3,395Category 4
01-08-201909-08-2019GBP £3,595Category 5

Inclusions

    • Enjoy a swimming stop at the uninhabited island of Jakljan in the Elafiti Islands
    • Discover Korcula that boasts crooked Medieval streets and elegant squares
    • Spend a day amongst the 140 islands that make up the Kornati archipelago

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